Backpacked out about 3 miles. Got to where I wanted to be before daylight. Waited for daylight. Shot a little 3x3 about 17" wide. Then watched the hunters swarm in around us. Just like I expected.
My plans worked out. I was hoping to catch one of the 3 4-points we saw this summer, but with the limited public land in the Maupin unit and the high # of tags, the hunt was just as I expected.
First time that I have ever shot a buck right from my spotting point on the first morning of the hunt. Not much of a buck, but some meat for us and some good time spent with Dad----as my father has fought through some medical issues this year, it has become easier to remember what is most important. Hope everybody else got to spend some successful time with others afield---deer or no deer.
Happy hunting.
Shane